Computer Parts Are Getting More Expensive: Motherboards Are Next

Prices for personal computer components continue to rise on the global market. While RAM and NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards have already become more expensive, motherboards are expected to face the same fate in the near future. According to Board Channels Forums, leading technology brands Asus, Gigabyte and MSI may be forced to raise their product prices. Ixbt.com reports .

Experts say the sharp increase in the cost of printed circuit boards is the main reason behind the price hikes. This component is the most important part of any motherboard, and online sources estimate that its price will rise by at least 50% during 2026. This is causing manufacturers' costs to increase sharply.

Main Reasons for Rising Prices

The factors putting pressure on manufacturers are not limited to printed circuit boards. Prices for copper, capacitors, power components and various control microchips have also risen significantly in the raw materials market. The higher cost of these components is driving up finished product costs and paving the way for price increases for end consumers.

The situation is further complicated by weak demand among users who build computers themselves. Motherboard shipments are declining today. As a result, companies are forced to distribute research, production and logistics costs across a smaller number of devices.

Overall Market Situation and Outlook

Against a backdrop of declining sales and rising costs, manufacturers' business profitability is falling significantly. According to Board Channels Forums, Asus, Gigabyte and MSI have so far been unable to fully offset their increased costs by raising product prices.

For this reason, starting in the third quarter of this year, these brands are highly likely to revise their wholesale prices for distributors. Earlier, NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards were also reported to have become significantly more expensive, contributing to changes in pricing across the entire computer hardware market.